Tender

Upper Mount Redevelopment Works

MEDWAY COUNCIL

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Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 10:05

Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council is inviting tenders for the redevelopment of a former car park into three-storey apartment blocks in Chatham, Kent, with the project titled "Upper Mount Redevelopment Works". This procurement process is currently in the tender stage, inviting bids under an open procedure, and aims to transform the site into 21 residential units consisting of various flat sizes. The tender falls under the building construction industry category, with a substantial project value of £4,800,000 (excluding VAT). Potential bidders must submit their tenders by 25th February 2026, with the award decision anticipated by 1st April 2026, and construction projected to commence on 27th April 2026. The contract duration is one year, with a possibility of a six-month extension, ensuring the completion of works by September 2027.

This tender represents a considerable opportunity for construction firms specialising in residential development projects. It is particularly beneficial for SMEs, given Medway Council's explicit suitability for such businesses. Companies with expertise in building construction work and experience in projects involving multi-dwelling buildings will be well-suited to compete. Participating businesses can leverage this opportunity not only to gain a significant project but also to establish or solidify their presence in the Kent area. Moreover, the tender allows for comprehensive evaluation based on price, quality, and the social value they could offer, presenting competitive advantages for businesses that excel in these criteria.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Upper Mount Redevelopment Works

Notice Description

Redevelopment of a former car park into a 3 storey apartment blocks. 21 units will be provided with a mix of 3, 2 and 1 bed flats. The Contract is anticipated to be awarded around the 1st April 2026 with a start on site around 27th April 2026. The contract will be for an initial period of 1 year with an option to extend for a further period up to 6 months The maximum contract term will therefore be 1.5 years (18 months) For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/tenders/UK-UK-Chatham:-Building-construction-work./YN2F623B9M To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/respond/YN2F623B9M

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06085d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004202-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

45211000 - Construction work for multi-dwelling buildings and individual houses

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MEDWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Nigel Ford
Contact Email
nigel.ford@medway.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01634332088

Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4TR
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
TLJ41 Medway

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

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